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36 years
Experience
Dr. Kenneth A. Thielmeier, M.D.
- New Albany, IN
- Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
- Accepting new patients
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Can you have surgery without anesthesia?
You could be done under regional or local anesthesia depending on the location and extent of surgery
What kind of anesthesia is used for a lumpectomy?
Either general or sedation with local anesthesia
Is memory loss normal after general anesthesia?
It is uncommon but described. Likely will resolve
Can anesthesia make you tired for days after?
The stress of your surgical procedure is the likely cause of your fatigue
How long does local anesthesia last?
That depends on which agents were used. Some can last 30 hours or more
Does hand surgery require general anesthesia?
No it does not in general. Most hand surgery can be done under regional or local anesthesia
Can I drive after a local anesthetic?
Generally, yes, but ask your surgeon for restrictions
How is anesthesia administered to child afraid of needles?
He can be sedated nasally, or orally and place an IV after that or he could be put to sleep with a mask then have an IV placed
How long does anesthesia take to wear off in a child?
Depends on the length of surgery and the agents chosen. Most modern agents are short acting and recovery is rapid
Are you put to sleep for angioplasty?
Rarely, usually just local with some sedation
Is anesthesia necessary for cataract surgery?
Usually done under sedation with or without an anesthesia provider
Do you have to be intubated for general anesthesia?
Because an appendectomy is intra-abdominal, a tube would be used.
How long will I be under general anesthesia?
Recall is very uncommon. Your first recollection will likely be in the ICU but you may have a tube in for several hours but will be sedated while on the ventilator
Is anesthesia safe for older people with dementia?
Dementia is a risk factor for post anesthesia delirium. Some drugs carry a lower risk.
Should all medications be stopped before anesthesia?
You should stop your blood thinners as directed by your surgeon and the physician prescribing them.
Vomiting after sugery
Some people are at risk for PONV, post OP nausea and vomiting. Tell your anesthesiologist and they can take measures to help prevent it.
What drug is used for general anesthesia?
Similar drugs are used in appropriate dosages. Sevoflurane and propofol are the most common
What kind of anesthesia is used for hemorrhoid surgery?
Usually general but that surgery can be done under spinal or epidural anesthesia
Is general anesthesia used during brain tumor removal?
Generally craniotomies are done asleep
